Have you ever cooked Instant Pot Lobster Tail? This Instant Pot Lobster rolls recipe is delicious, tasty and packed full of flavor. Whether cooking lobster tails to eat as is, or pressure cooking to make lobster rolls, you're going to love this recipe Read on and learn how to cook Instant Pot Lobster Tails in 4 Minutes.
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Why This Recipe Works
- Luxurious Dining: Enjoy the taste of gourmet lobster rolls right in your own home.
- Efficient Prep: The Instant Pot makes cooking lobster tails quick and nearly foolproof.
- Versatile Recipe: Lobster Meat Rolls is perfect for a fancy dinner, BBQ, or a seaside-inspired picnic.
🥘 Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need for these making Lobster Tail Rolls:
- Lobster Frozen Tails: The star of the show, lobster tail provides a succulent, sweet flavor that is luxurious and indulgent.
- Shrimp Or Crab Meat: Add additional seafood flavors and textures, complementing the lobster beautifully.
- Mayonnaise: Creates a creamy base for the seafood mixture, offering a tangy contrast to the sweetness of the lobster and shrimp or crab.
- Lemon Juice: Adds acidity and brightness, lifting the flavors of the seafood.
- Parsley: Provides a fresh, slightly peppery note that complements the other flavors.
- Salt & Black Pepper: Basic seasonings that enhance the natural flavors of the seafood.
- Hot Dog Buns: Provide a soft, slightly sweet contrast to the rich filling.
- Softened Butter: Adds a rich, buttery flavor that elevates the overall taste of the lobster roll.
- Old Bay Seasoning (Optional): Adds a complex, spicy-sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with lobster.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
📖 Best Herbs For Lobster Tails
Wondering how to season Lobster Tail?
This Instant Pot Lobster Tail recipe uses old bay seasoning. If you don;t have this or want to use something different you can try the following fresh herbs or spices:
- Fresh Parsley
- Fresh Dill
- Lemon Thyme
- Garlic Powder
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Paprika
- Cayenne Pepper
- Turmeric
- Sage
- Rosemary
🔪How To Pressure Cook Lobster Tail In The Instant Pot
How to cook lobster tails in the pressure cooker:
Step One: Place 1 cup of water and Old Bay seasoning in the Instant Pot. Cut a slice down the back of the lobster tails with kitchen shears for easy opening. Put the trivet in the Instant Pot and add the lobster tails upside down. If you don’t have a trivet, use a steamer basket. Close the lid and seal. Set to high pressure for 4 minutes. When it beeps, quickly release the pressure before opening the lid.
Step Two: As your lobster tails cook, prepare the lobster roll mixture by combining mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, parsley, salt, pepper, and butter in a medium bowl.
Step Three: Remove your lobster tails from the Instant Pot with tongs and transfer to a cutting board. Cut open the Lobster shells from the tails and remove the lobster meat. If using four lobster tails cut those into pieces and add to your mayonnaise mixture.
Step Four: If using ½ lobster and ½ crab meat, add the crab into your mayonnaise mixture then mix well. Add your Seafood mixture to your hotdog roll. Top with fresh parsley, or lemon wedges as a garnish. Enjoy!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Thaw and Score: If you're using frozen lobster tails, make sure they’re completely thawed before cooking. A gentle score along the shell not only helps the seasoning seep in but also promotes even cooking.
- Flavor Infusion: Brush the tails with a blend of melted butter, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice. This simple mix keeps the lobster moist and adds a rich, savory note throughout.
- Finishing Flair: After cooking, finish the lobster with an extra drizzle of melted butter, a squeeze of fresh lemon, and a sprinkle of chopped herbs like parsley. This adds a bright, fresh touch to the dish.
💭 FAQs
Lobster is a type of seafood that is commonly found in the coastal waters of North America, Europe, and Asia. Lobster has a firm texture with rich and buttery flavor and typically consists of meat from the tail, claws or legs.
Lobster tastes similar to crab and shrimp. Lobster meat is firm, yet smooth and soft to bite.
Lobster is boiled or steamed which is great for maintaining all the goodness in the meat. In fact, due to the cooking method of lobster the meat has a hint of saltiness that comes with eating seafood.
Cooked Lobster tails are sweeter than crab and does not have a fishy smell due to the higher amounts of protein stored in the meat. Both Lobster and crab can be found at the seafood counter in most supermarkets.
A Lobster Roll is a popular item on many seafood restaurant menus. It typically consists of lobster meat served cold in a toasted, buttered roll with lemon or lime juice and mayonnaise.
If you’re looking for the perfect way to enjoy lobster tails, try making these delicious lobster rolls!
Yes absolutely. Frozen lobster tails are a great choice when you're in a hurry or just don't feel like going to the grocery store. To cook frozen Instant Pot Lobster tails, simply set the Instant Pot on high pressure for 6 minutes (add an extra minute if the lobster tail size is extra large and reduce by 1 minute if you have small lobster tails).
Frozen Lobster Tail will taste the same once it has cooked. I'm sure you will love this lobster tails recipe. It is simple, fast and delicious. Yes absolutely. Frozen lobster tails are a great choice when you're in a hurry or just don't feel like going to the grocery store.
Once you're Lobster tails are cooked perfectly, you'll be left with some empty lobster shells. If you're looking for a creative way to use the lobster shells from your Lobster tails, there are lots of fun options.
You can use the shells in Instant Pot Lobster Stock, which is perfect for adding flavor and nutrients to soups, stews, and sauces.
The best way to defrost frozen lobster tails is by placing them in a bowl of cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes or so until the Lobster tails have completely thawed.
You can also defrost lobster tails in the fridge overnight, or by using the defrost setting on your microwave. To make sure that you don't end up overcooking your lobster tails when they are still partially frozen, it's best to wait until it is fully thawed before placing them in the Instant Pot for cooking.
Allow the lobster mixture to cool to room temperature before storing. Place it in an airtight container and refrigerate within 2 hours of preparation. Consume within 1-2 days. If you have extra lobster mixture, freeze it in a freezer-safe bag or container. Store lobster meat for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
🧂Serving Suggestions
Here are some of the best sides to serve with instant Pot Lobster Rolls:
- Crispy Sweet Potato Fries: Air Fryer sweet potato fries for a delightful contrast in textures.
- Air Fryer Corn on the Cob: Sweet corn slathered with butter and grilled for that smoky flavor.
- Parmesan Garlic Bread: Crusty baguette slices brushed with garlic-infused butter and topped with Parmesan for a savory bite.
- If you love Lobster be sure to try this Chicken Cobbler with Red Lobster Cheddar Biscuit Topping. It's amazing.
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Instant Pot Lobster Tail: Lobster Rolls
Ingredients
- 4 Lobster Tails Frozen
- 1 Cup Shrimp cut into small pieces
- ¼ Cup Mayonnaise
- 1 ½ Tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 Tablespoon Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 4 Hot Dog Buns
- 2 Tablespoons Butter Softened
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning optional
Instructions
- Place 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot. Sprinkle in your old Bay seasoning with the water.
- Cut a slice down the back of your lobster tails using kitchen shears or a sharp knife. This will make opening the tail easier once cooked.
- Place the trivet inside the Instant Pot, and then add your lobster tails upside down on the trivet. If you don't have a trivet you may use a steamer basket.
- Close the Instant Pot lid by twisting the lid on. Close the valve by pushing it away from you. Set your Instant Pot to high pressure for 4 minutes.
- Once the cooking process is complete the Instant Pot will beep. Perform a quick release of the pressure before removing the lid.
- While your lobster tails are cooking, mix all of the Lobster roll ingredients in a medium bowl (mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, parsley, salt, pepper, and butter).
- Remove your lobster tails from the Instant Pot with tongs and transfer to a cutting board.
- Cut open the Lobster shells from the tails and remove the lobster meat.
- If using four lobster tails cut those into pieces and add to your mayonnaise mixture.
- If using ½ lobster and ½ crab meat, add the crab into your mayonaise mixture then mix well.
- Add your Seafood mixture to your hotdog roll. Top with fresh parsley, or lemon wedges as a garnish. Enjoy!
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